Automation Line Technician Apprentice (Level 3)

Learn to work safely by following Health & Safety, environmental and sustainability policies, SOPs and Work Instructions. Support the basic setup, operation and monitoring of automated equipment. Help with machine setup alongside experienced senior operators. Assist engineers and senior operators with maintenance, testing and fault investigation on automated equipment. Record accurate production and maintenance data and help maintain work centre documentation. Take part in continuous improvement activities, including waste reduction and problem-solving. Develop condition monitoring skills by checking system parameters and recognising changes from normal operation. Use technical documentation, maintenance schedules, drawings, component identification and specifications. Carry out fault diagnosis and rectification as your skills develop, following approved procedures. Support autonomous maintenance activities and help keep equipment on schedule. Assist with installation and setup of automated assemblies, sensors, pneumatic components and electrical connections within your competency. Maintain maintenance and material usage logs, downtime investigations, adjustments and component checks. Contribute to safe isolation procedures and risk assessments when trained and authorised. Work with engineering, production, quality, inventory and management teams to support plant availability and performance. Train and support lower-level operators as your competence increases.

Training:

The apprenticeship will be delivered over 48 months through a mix of college learning at James Watt College and workplace training at Salts Healthcare Ltd.

In Year 1, the apprentice will attend college for 3 days per week on a day release model. In Year 2, this reduces to 1 day per week in college on a day release model. In Year 3, the focus moves to workplace development, with the Skills Coach/Assessor visiting the workplace. In Year 4, the apprentice continues workplace development and completes end-point assessment.

Academic training will take place at James Watt College.

How often training will take place:

Year 1, 3 days per week in college on a day release model. Year 2, 1 day per week in college on a day release model. Year 3, Workplace development with Skills Coach/Assessor visits. Year 4, Workplace development and end-point assessment.

Training Outcome:

Clear progression pathway into a line technician role at the end of the apprenticeship, with the opportunity to continue developing into engineering-based roles and build a rewarding long-term career.

Employer Description:
SALTS Healthcare Limited is one of the UK's oldest family-owned healthcare companies, with a heritage dating back over 300 years. Based in Aston, Birmingham, the company is an internationally recognised manufacturer of medical devices specialising in stoma care products and services. SALTS Healthcare is committed to its vision of "Caring, Listening and Innovating to Improve Lives" and is dedicated to delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer support, and continuous innovation. The company values the development of its employees, investing in learning and professional growth, making it an excellent environment for apprentices seeking to build skills, gain valuable industry experience, and contribute to improving the lives of patients worldwide.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Shift times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Analytical skills,Attention to detail,Communication skills,IT skills,Logical,Number skills,Problem solving skills,Team working